Side Loading Forklift

Side loading forklifts are equipped with reaching masts that pick up and move wide or long loads in narrow aisles, with an added benefit of high stacking capability. Forks are mounted onto the machine perpendicular to the direction the forklift travels and are pivotal in order to facilitate the loading and transporting of long or wide materials. Side loading forklifts are especially suitable for the metals and plastics industries that involve moving tubing, pipes and plywood sheets, as the deck prohibits flexing of materials during transportation. These lifts with swing masts can also come in propane or electric fuel. Generally operated while seated, the lift functions with 4 wheels down and a turning mast. Side loading forklifts are typically meant for use in warehouses with very narrow aisles that require material to be lifted to heights of 25 feet or higher. With a rotating mast that can swing 90 degrees in either direction, side loading forklifts allow for easy maneuvering of loads without having to turn the entire machine. They make a great addition to a worksite.